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Pacific Transformer Team Up With Guitar Amplifier Icon to Create a Direct-to-Consumer Product Line of Innovative Magnetics
Pacific Transformer Partners with George Alessandro to Launch Pacific Audio Magnetics
Pacific Transformer, a leading manufacturer of magnetic components, announces it has partnered with George Alessandro to launch the brand's first product line of classic vacuum tube, guitar amp transformers for the most discerning, tone-seeking musician and builders.
Through this partnership, Pacific Transformer and George Alessandro provide power transformers, output transformers, chokes, and reverb drivers. The product line, known as Pacific Audio Magnetics, is manufactured by hand in California using vintage-spec materials. Three distinct lines are offered:
- Vintage Replica Line: Sonic and electrical reproductions of vintage magnetics from 1950s-60s amplifiers
- Evolution Series: Expands on vintage designs with international power support, multi-volt taps, and improved materials
- Signature Series: Clean-sheet designs engineered for optimal sound quality without template constraints
"Over the years, we have had the opportunity to help design and manufacture thousands of transformers for legendary amp designers. Many of our designs have made their way into amps that have won multiple awards and are now highly collectible." —Justin Richardson, CFO of Pacific Transformer
"Having been referred to Pacific over 20 years ago by Ken Fischer of Trainwreck, I have relied on Pacific Transformer to build the iron that serves as the foundation and heart of the guitar amps I have built for our professional artists worldwide." —George Alessandro
About Pacific Transformer
Since 1981, the company has remained a market leader in custom transformers and magnetic engineering. Over 40 years, they have shipped more than 40 million transformers and developed a reputation for innovative designs and exceptional quality.
About George Alessandro
George Alessandro owns Alessandro High-End Products and has serviced vintage vacuum tube amplifiers for 30+ years while building his product line for 25+ years. He specializes in restoring collectible amplifiers and working with professional musicians.
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